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Pile Dynamic Analysis and Testing

At Paterson Group, we are dedicated to providing advanced geotechnical solutions to ensure the success and integrity of your construction projects.

Our Pile Dynamic Analysis (PDA) and Testing services offer a reliable, efficient, and cost-effective method for evaluating the performance of deep foundations.

What is Pile Dynamic Analysis and Testing?

Pile Dynamic Analysis and Testing involves applying a dynamic load to a pile and measuring its response to assess various parameters, including:

Bearing Capacity: Determines the load a pile can safely support.

Structural Integrity: Identifies defects or discontinuities within the pile.

Driving Stresses: Monitors stresses during pile installation to prevent damage.

Hammer Performance: Evaluate the efficiency of the pile driving equipment.

This method is standardized by ASTM D4945-17, ensuring compliance with industry best practices.

Our PDA Services Include:

Dynamic Pile Monitoring: Real time evaluation during pile driving to assess capacity, energy transfer, driving stresses, and pile integrity for every blow.

Dynamic Load Testing: Post – installation testing to evaluate bearing capacity, resistance distribution, and structural integrity.

Quality Verification Engineering: Monitor the pile installation beyond the testing to ensure the driving criteria is being followed. We then provide a full sign-off on the pile installation.

Benefits of PDA Testing:

Efficiency: Multiple piles can be tested in a single day, expediting project timelines.

Cost-Effectiveness: Reduces the need for extensive static load tests, lowering overall project costs.

Comprehensive Data: Provides detailed insights into pile performance, aiding in informed decision-making.

Quality Assurance: Ensures that piles meet design specifications and are free from defects.

Why Choose Paterson Group?

With over 65 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering and Paterson Group’s combined expertise with state-of-the-art technology, we will deliver reliable and accurate Pile Dynamic Analysis and Testing services. Our commitment to quality and client satisfaction makes us a trusted partner for your foundation assessment needs.

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Geotechnical

Paterson Group's team of experienced engineers and technicians can provide geotechnical design and review services for residential and commercial development applications in accordance with provincial and municipal guidelines.

Environmental

Paterson Group’s team of Qualified Persons can provide a variety of environmental services and studies to permit residential and commercial development applications, due diligence studies for land purchase and for refinancing purposes.

Hydrogeological

Studies and investigations related to groundwater in accordance with provincial regulations associated with development of residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

Materials Testing

The material testing division includes a state-of-the-art CCIL certified laboratory and a large staff of field inspectors, technical managers, and engineers to provide construction inspection services for various projects in the private sector (such as low rise and high-rise developments), as well as municipal, provincial, and federal projects.

Material Testing: Homeowners

Paterson Group provides a variety of tests and inspections to complete residential homebuilding in accordance with provincial and municipal regulations.

Laboratory Testing: Asphalt

Paterson Group has a state-of-the-art asphalt laboratory with industry standard asphalt testing procedures and new additions of the Hamburg Wheel, Semi-Circular Bend Test (SCB), Disk Shaped Compact Tension Test (DCT), Texas Overlay, Cyclic Fatigue, Flow Number and Dynamic Modulus.

Laboratory Testing: Concrete

Paterson Group concrete testing group has extensive experience on many projects such as residential high rise to commercial/residential low-rise projects, and municipal infrastructure.

Laboratory Testing: Soil and Aggregates

Paterson has numerous laboratory technicians capable of completing low to high complexity of soil and aggregate testing.

Building Envelope Engineering

Our Building Science division completes many studies and services related to building envelope engineering in accordance with industry and ASTM standards. Our experienced staff complete thorough reviews to assess building envelope condition for a variety of building types.

Building Assessments

Our building assessment team can review the physical condition for many building types for the purpose of due diligence or re-financing. We can also assist owners with the tender process and obtaining bids from qualified contractors, construction site review and contract administration services.

Condominium & Landlord Services

Our services allow condominiums and landlords to forecast major capital expenditures and we complete assessments of construction deficiencies for new construction projects. Many of our clients have been using Paterson services for these various studies for over 20 years.

Energy & Sustainability

Whether you are looking for ways to upgrade and optimize the performance of an existing building, meet stringent performance standards for a new construction project, or showcasing your portfolio’s sustainability commitments, Paterson Group’s team of experienced sustainability specialists can help.

Structural Repairs and Renovations

Paterson has experience with a variety of residential renovations and can provide consultation services to ensure repairs and renovations are completed in accordance with provincial and local regulations.

Rural Development Design

Private sewage and industrial system design, monitoring, and analysis of residential or commercial drinking wells.

Retaining Wall Design

Design and inspection services for segmental block retaining wall systems.

Vibration Monitoring and Noise Studies

Monitoring services for ground movement during construction. Services related to noise attenuation studies in accordance with municipal bylaws.

Designated Substance Survey

Paterson Group’s team of specialists can complete a survey of an existing building to determine the presence of hazardous materials in a building which could be harmful to workers if they are not removed prior to renovation or demolition.

Indoor Air Quality Analysis

Paterson Group personnel have the expertise to test, detect and recommend air quality solutions for a variety of home and office settings.

Temporary Shoring/ Excavation Support System Design

Our design team of qualified engineers are specialized in the design of various excavation support systems such as soldier pile and lagging, sheet piles, secant piles or tangent pile walls, diaphragm walls, anchored and nailed shotcrete, among other systems.